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Remote working trend bolsters cybersecurity investment - but downturn predicted

Wed, 24th Jun 2020
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A new report from Canalys indicates investment in cybersecurity has increased 9.7% - but worsening economic conditions could turn the statistic around.
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Global technology industry deals total $34.4bn in April 2020

Wed, 27th May 2020
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Technology industry deals worldwide reach USD $34.4bn in April 2020, a 33.8% increase from March, driven largely by Asia Pacific activity.
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How a cyber-gang with a posh name stole millions from private equity firms

Fri, 24th Apr 2020
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The gang succeeded in its campaign by manipulating email correspondences, registering lookalike domains, and cashing out in phases.
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Sophos acquired for US$3.9 billion in cash

Tue, 3rd Mar 2020
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In a 168% premium to its IPO share price in June 2015, Sophos stockholders now receive $7.40 per share, according to the company.
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Private equity deals in tech sector hit $11.79bn

Thu, 13th Feb 2020
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Private equity deals in the global technology sector surged to USD $11.79 billion in December 2019, a 17.05% increase from the previous month.
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Forecast: Ecosystm's top 6 cybersecurity trends for 2020

Thu, 12th Dec 2019
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Australian IT professionals brace for heightened cybersecurity threats in 2020, as Ecosystm's forecast highlights six key trends set to reshape the sector.
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Cyxtera spins out cybersecurity business into AppGate

Tue, 12th Nov 2019
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AppGate brings together a set of differentiated cloud- and hybrid-ready security and analytics products and services.
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Rubicon invests in inventory management software Cin7

Fri, 18th Oct 2019
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The funding will be used to accelerate Cin7's global growth strategy through product innovation, sales expansion and continued investment in customer success.
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DXC appoints new leader following Mike Lawrie retirement

Thu, 12th Sep 2019
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DXC Technology has appointed Mike Salvino as its new CEO, following the retirement of Mike Lawrie, effective December 31.
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Queensland taps iseek for DCaaS on ICT panel

Wed, 17th Jul 2019
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iseek's growing number of Australia-based data centres has won it an appointment to the Queensland Government's ICT supplier panel.
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We explain Magento in 17 key facts

Sat, 30th Mar 2019
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Adobe's Magento cements lead in eCom; $155bn sales annually with vast partner network, new AI and cloud updates.
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Digital transformation is no pain no gain

Fri, 5th Oct 2018
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Everyone craves the agility and innovation (among other things) that digital transformation promises, but how many are willing to take the risk?.
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CompTIA's board of directors outline IT channel trends

Tue, 21st Aug 2018
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Enterprise tech companies are seeking new ways to boost profitability but face challenges such as workforce considerations, says the CompTIA board.
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Cofense explains the PhishMe rebrand and human empowerment for complete phishing defense

Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
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Cofense, formerly PhishMe, is doubling down on harnessing human intelligence and tech for superior phishing defence, backed by private equity investment.
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Thoma Bravo closes $1.6b acquisition of Barracuda Networks

Tue, 13th Feb 2018
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Private equity firm Thoma Bravo has successfully completed the acquisition of data security firm Barracuda Networks for US$1.6 billion.
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US-based Staples' ANZ buyer buys out OfficeMax AU with intent to merge

Thu, 8th Feb 2018
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​US-based private equity investment firm Platinum Equity has announced the acquisition of OfficeMax's business in Australia, with New Zealand pending.
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Ecosystm promises to democratise data availability

Tue, 6th Feb 2018
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Ecosystm has launched its digital research platform, aiming to democratise data accessibility and transparency. The beta phase precedes a full launch in March.
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Investors to 'take the temperature' of the data centre market at forum in London

Tue, 30th Jan 2018
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The opportunity to monitor new opportunities for emerging edge computing data centres and ecosystems is just around the corner.
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Who is going to buy Vocus NZ?

Fri, 8th Dec 2017
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colocation
The Vocus Group is reportedly looking for $500 million for its NZ assets as it tries to decrease debt and steady the ship.
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Private equity firm buys out Barracuda Networks for $1.6b

Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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Barracuda Networks will soon be under the wing of private equity investment firm Thoma Bravo – an acquisition worth $1.6 billion.